“It had need to bee A wylie mouse that should breed in the cats eare.”
Quote by John Heywood
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John Heywood
John Heywood (1497-1580) was an influential English writer, playwright, and poet during the Renaissance. His extensive works, including plays, poetry, and prose, have had a profound impact on British literature. more
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